Azul Fives Hotel

Tropical Retreat Minutes from Playa del Carmen

Along the coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, there are a number of deep, naturally formed pits called cenotes. Formed by collapsed bedrock, they’re filled with freshwater lakes that were once important water sources for the Mayans. Today, cenotes are havens for divers and snorkelers. A large cenote is accessible via a short drive from Azul Fives Hotel, which occupies a secluded spot on the beach just outside of Playa del Carmen.

The shopping, restaurants, and nightlife of that resort city are just a 10-minute drive away, but you can find plenty to do without leaving the resort. Among its offerings are a beautiful, spacious beach, five fine-dining restaurants and outdoor pools with swim-up bars (all-inclusive options are available in this deal). The onsite Vassa Spa administers soothing services such as holistic massages and fresh-fruit or chocolate body wraps. Should these ingredients whet your appetite, you can head to Sea Olive for Mediterranean fare or Tsuki for sushi, or take advantage of private family barbecues or the gourmet meal plan, which can be customized to accommodate all diets. Gauzy beachside cabanas offer good spots for relaxing and taking in the view.

The resort is also kid friendly. The Azulitos Play House, designed by Fisher-Price, keeps young ones up to the age of 12 ﻿occupied with trampolines, swings, slides, and arts-and-crafts projects. Beach-related activities include treasure hunts and seminars on refinancing sand-castle mortgages. Older kids can busy themselves with video games in the arcade.

Playa del Carmen, Mexico: Popular Beaches and Energetic Nightlife

Playa del Carmen is located along the Caribbean Sea just south of Cancún. Once a quiet fishing town, it now welcomes hordes of tourists year-round, thanks to its white-sand beaches and average temperatures hovering around 80 degrees. Crystal-clear waters make it easy for scuba divers and snorkelers of all levels to take the plunge into underground cenotes or the Great Maya Reef, which is a hangout for turtles, lobsters, and whale sharks. Downtown Playa del Carmen comes to life after sundown. On Fifth Avenue, you’ll find an array of ethnic restaurants, retail stores that stay open late, and live music in the streets.

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What You Get

Stay for two in a deluxe room

Up to two children 12 or younger may be added to the European plan for no charge

All-inclusive plan includes meals, drinks, and taxes

Dates into April

Policies and Fees

Reservations: dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased

Cancellation policy: 96-hour cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is nonrefundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable.

Taxes: 14% tax added at purchase for European plan (tax included for all-inclusive option)

Additional fees: 5% resort fee added at purchase for European plan (fee included for all-inclusive option)

All prices and fees listed in US dollars unless otherwise noted

No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate; no refunds, rescheduling, or rebooking allowed. Read the Fine Print for important info on offer details and other restrictions.

The Fine Print

96-hour cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable

No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate

Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in

No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in

Must be 18 or older to check in

Credit card required at check-in

Not valid with reward points

19% tax and resort fee added at purchase for European Plan option.

Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.

Other Details

Room Details

Deluxe Room

Two double beds

Standard occupancy: 2

Maximum occupancy: 2 adults and 2 children

Adding occupants above standard: up to 2 guests 13 or younger may be added at no additional cost to European plan option, $67–$200 per night per child to add children to the all-inclusive plan (depending on reservation date)